Key Features

Design & Build

Compact bookshelf speakers engineered for strong performance in small to medium listening spaces
Rigid, low-resonance cabinets designed for clean, natural sound reproduction
Easy to place on shelves, stands, or desktops

Driver Configuration

Dedicated woofer for solid midrange response and controlled bass
High-frequency tweeter for clear, detailed treble
Precisely tuned crossover network for smooth, coherent integration between drivers

Sound Performance

Balanced and dynamic sound signature suitable for music and home audio playback
Clear vocals and crisp highs with good midrange definition
Wide dispersion for consistent sound coverage across the listening area
Designed for engaging everyday listening with low distortion

Cabinet & Acoustics

Bass-reflex design enhances low-frequency extension and efficiency
Sturdy enclosure minimizes resonance and coloration
Compact footprint ideal for bookshelf placement without dominating the room

Connectivity

Standard binding posts for secure speaker cable connections
Compatible with most stereo amplifiers, AV receivers, and home audio systems

Ideal Use Cases

Front left/right channels in compact stereo setups
Excellent as surround or rear speakers in multi-channel home theater systems
Great choice for jazz, rock, pop, classical, and general music listening

Description

Cerwin Vega SL-5M – 2-Way Bookshelf Speaker

Under one foot tall, even the SL-5M delivers true Cerwin-Vega! performance in a small compact package. The bookshelf style speaker is versatile for many audio applications whether just being the stereo pair only, or as rear speakers for your surround sound system or as the home theater mains speakers. Featuring an efficient 5.25″ low end driver matched to a new soft dome tweeter, these are housed in a black, bass reflex cabinet. With a power handling of up to 125W, these little speakers sound really big.

Full-Range Sound

The SL-5M boasts clear and powerful sound with its 5.25” driver. The newly designed soft dome tweeter combined with an efficient low end driver make for a compact speaker that delivers a surprising full range of sound. Add to the fact that they’re housed in a black, bass reflex cabinet and you have one incredible bookshelf speaker.

Build Quality You’d Expect

As usual, Cerwin-Vega delivers with top notch build quality that you’ve come to expect. The sleek bookshelf speaker features a classic design with a removable grill and an internal brace to reinforce the structure and eliminate resonance inside the cabinet. What’s more, this speaker has Cerwin-Vega’s stylish red accents that add a boost of color to any room.

Compatibility

The SL-5M is compatible with most speaker systems with its 8-ohm impedance and it’s easy to add on several of them to meet your needs.

5-Way Binding Postsy

Located on the back of the speaker are five-way binding posts. The binding posts allow for an easy, quick and most importantly, secure installation.

Cerwin-Vega!

For over 50 years, the name Cerwin-Vega has been synonymous with excellence in every area of the audio experience. This reputation has been established by Pro Audio professionals, Hi-Fi enthusiasts and Mobile Audio fans that recognize the high-performance value which is Cerwin-Vega. Dedicated to the pursuit of achieving ultimate realism in the reproduction of the live performance in the home, Cerwin-Vega’s customer loyalty is second to none and has reached nearly cult-like status. As a result of this acceptance, Cerwin-Vega has grown from a small group of engineers into one of the foremost loudspeaker companies today.

Specifications

Driver(s)	Single 5-1/4″
Tweeter	1″ soft dome tweeter
Frequency Response	58 Hz – 26 kHz
Power Handling (Watts)	125 Peak
Peak Sensitivity	85 dB
Nominal Impedance	8 Ohms
Grill	Removable
Weight	6.6 Lbs. (3 kg.)
Dimensions (HxWxD)	10.9″ x 6.1″ x 7.2″ (276 mm x 156 mm x 184 mm)